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Staff Accountant I

Avalonbay Communities

The Role

Overview

Support accounting tasks: variance analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • billback
  • financial reporting
  • revenue analysis
  • ledger reconciliation
  • variance analysis
  • wire processing

Tasks

-Assist in monthly billback process -Assist with reporting financial information to 3rd parties including replacement reserves -Assist in keeping documentation of processes current -Perform month end revenue analysis -Participate in special projects to improve efficiencies. -Analysis and reconciliation of specific general ledger accounts -Analyze monthly account detail, research and explain significant variances for designated categories -Perform mid-month utility analysis -Monitor and manage the Residential Services email box and respond to all inquiries in a timely manner -Complete journal entries -Submit questions from accountants to the field during the month-end close process -Process wires as assigned

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • excel
  • teamwork
  • communication
  • analytical
  • customer service

What You Bring

-Strong sense of teamwork and work ethic demonstrated. -Working knowledge of spreadsheet software. -Demonstrates the ability to develop strong analytical skills. -Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or within 6-month period if currently enrolled). -Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). -Willing to work on a flexible schedule (overtime required). -Possesses a strong customer service focus. -Is able to work well with accounting team, property management team, on-site associates and other departments including upper management. -Good time management and organizational skills desired. -Demonstrates the initiative and skills of career advancement to provide bench strength within Financial Services. -Is able to work under pressure.

The Company

About Avalonbay Communities

-Focused on creating high-quality apartments that blend functionality, style, and sustainability. -The company owns and operates a vast portfolio of properties across the U.S., with a strong presence in urban and suburban markets. -Specializes in both development and redevelopment, ensuring properties remain relevant in a dynamic real estate landscape. -Projects range from ground-up construction of new communities to the revitalization of existing buildings. -The company is a pioneer in designing communities that cater to modern living, often featuring amenities like fitness centers, communal spaces, and eco-friendly designs. -Known for strong financial performance, AvalonBay is consistently recognized as a leader in the real estate sector. -They actively invest in enhancing residents' quality of life while maximizing operational efficiencies through technology. -The company’s distinctive approach to apartment living and property management has earned it numerous industry accolades.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Multifamily Communities

Apartment Development

Redevelopment

Property Acquisition

Asset Management

Community Building

Urban Living

Suburban Living